PSG seem to be willing to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona this summer.
The future of Frenkie de Jong is once again at the centre of the transfer market. The Dutch midfielder, who has been an important piece of FC Barcelona’s system in recent seasons, has attracted a lot of interest from France that could change his fate this summer.
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Paris Saint-Germain are working to convince both the player and the Blaugrana club.
PSG are betting everything on De Jong
The main driver behind this interest is Luis Enrique. The Asturian believes that Frenkie de Jong is the ideal profile to strengthen his midfield, with control, quality passing and the ability to dominate the pace of the game.
PSG have made their move and are preparing an initial bid of €55 million to start negotiations.
In Paris, however, they are aware that this will not be an easy operation.
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Barça sets the price
FC Barcelona is clear in their position: they will not allow one of their most important midfielders to disappear for less than 70 million euros.
The club believes that Frenkie de Jong is still a distinctive player, and is not willing to let him go at any price.
Moreover, his performances and experience in the team make him a valuable piece in the sporting project.
Ongoing negotiations
Despite the financial gap between the parties, the talks have already begun. PSG hope to be able to close the gap in the coming weeks, either by improving the offer or including variables that satisfy Barcelona.
The player’s role will also be crucial. His will can tilt the decision in one direction or the other.
So far, no final decision has been made, but the stage has been set.
The future of Frenkie de Jong looks set to be one of the great sagas in the transfer market. PSG’s interest is firm, and its operation will depend on several factors.
Barcelona have no intention of giving him away, but also do not rule out moves if the conditions are favourable. Summer will decide.
De Jong could continue to lead the Blaugrana midfield… or start a new chapter in Paris.
